Cloud Architect -Azure Platform

Cloud Architect – Advisor – Azure PlatformAbout the job:This role will be located in Chicago and will require the candidate to be at the client 4 days a week. This position will not only be technical but be able to be an advisor to the client.What you will do at Sogeti:Azure Platform RUN OwnershipAct as L3/L4 escalation point for Azure platform incidents across IaaS, PaaS, landing zones, and Terraform‐based deployments.Lead root‐cause analysis (RCA) for P1/P2 incidents and drive permanent fixes through automation and design improvements.Ensure platform services meet availability, reliability, and performance SLAs.Landing Zone & Governance OperationsOperate and govern Azure Landing Zones, including RBAC models, Azure Policy, network/security baselines, and compliance monitoring.Detect and remediate configuration drift using policy‐as‐code and IaC controls.Maintain operational RACI alignment across Platform, Security, FinOps, and Network teams.Infrastructure‐as‐Code & AutomationDesign, maintain, and review Terraform modules, CI/CD pipelines, and reusable "golden paths" used in RUN operations.Ensure provisioning, changes, and decommissioning follow approved automated pipelines.Perform senior‐level IaC and pipeline conformance reviews.Service Requests & Change GovernanceProvide architectural oversight for service requests, enhancements, and onboarding of new Azure services.Support cloud change governance processes and validate Low‐Level Designs (LLDs) for operational readiness.Ensure changes are safe, auditable, and compliant within the managed services model.Security & Compliance SupportImplement and operate Azure security controls (Azure Policy, RBAC, Conditional Access, Key Vault).Support security incidents, audit evidence requests, and remediation of compliance findings in coordination with Security teams.FinOps & Continuous ImprovementPartner with FinOps teams to enforce cost guardrails, tagging standards, and optimization actions.Drive continuous service improvement through automation, reliability engineering, and cost efficiency initiatives.Continuous Service ImprovementAutomation‐Led Optimization: Continuously reduce manual operational effort by automating Azure platform tasks using Python, Azure SDKs, and REST APIsSelf‐Healing Operations: Implement Agentic AI–driven remediation workflows to auto‐detect, diagnose, and resolve recurring platform issuesProactive Incident Reduction: Leverage AIOps and AI‐assisted analytics to identify patterns, predict failures, and prevent incidents before impactIaC Drift & Compliance Improvement: Use automation to detect and remediate Terraform drift, configuration non‐compliance, and policy violationsOperational Observability Enhancement: Improve platform reliability through continuous tuning of logging, metrics, alerts, and telemetry across Azure servicesAgentic Runbook Automation: Convert manual runbooks into agent‐driven workflows for repeatable, zero‐touch execution of common operational tasksCost & Performance Optimization: Drive CSI through FinOps automation, including rightsizing, scheduling, and cost anomaly detectionAPI‐First Improvements: Enhance service responsiveness by integrating Azure services using SDK‐based and event‐driven automationIntelligent Change Execution: Apply AI‐assisted impact analysis and guardrails to reduce change‐related incidents and improve change success ratesContinuous Feedback Loop: Use operational data, AI insights, and platform KPIs to prioritize CSI backlog and deliver measurable improvements sprint‐over‐sprintWhat you will bring:Cloud‐Native Architecture: Design and operate resilient, scalable Azure cloud‐native platforms aligned to enterprise standards and RUN SLAsDevSecOps & GitOps: Implement secure CI/CD and GitOps pipelines with built‐in security, policy enforcement, and automated controlsCloud Landing Zone & Policy Management: Operate and govern Azure Landing Zones using Azure Policy, RBAC, guardrails, and compliance automationPlatform & COE Tooling: Build and support reusable COE accelerators, golden paths, templates, and automation frameworksAIOps & Observability: Enable proactive monitoring, logging, alerting, and AIOps‐driven insights for platform reliability and incident reductionFinOps: Embed cost governance, tagging, budgets, and optimization practices into platform operationsCloud Architecture (RUN‐focused): Translate client‐approved architectures into operable, supportable, and compliant Azure platformsContainers & Kubernetes: Design, deploy, and operate container platforms using Kubernetes, AKS, Docker, and HelmInfrastructure as Code: Provision and manage Azure infrastructure using Terraform and automated pipelinesAPI & Integration Platforms: Design and support secure APIs and integrations using Azure API Management (APIM)Event & Streaming Platforms: Support cloud‐native messaging and streaming solutions using Kafka and managed servicesScripting & Automation: Develop operational automation using Python and platform SDKsAgile & ITSM Alignment: Operate within Agile delivery models while supporting ITSM, incident, change, and problem management processesCertifications:Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ‐305) - RequiredMicrosoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ‐104) – RequiredAZ‐400 (DevOps Engineer Expert)AZ‐500 (Azure Security Engineer Associate)ITIL 4 FoundationTerraform AssociateLife at Sogeti: Sogeti supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer:Flexible work options401(k) with 150% match up to 6%Employee Share Ownership PlanMedical, Prescription, Dental & Vision InsuranceLife Insurance100% Company-Paid Mobile Phone Plan3 Weeks PTO + 7 Paid HolidaysPaid Parental LeaveAdoption, Surrogacy & Cryopreservation AssistanceSubsidized Back-up Child/Elder Care & TutoringCareer Planning & Coaching$5,250 Tuition Reimbursement & 20,000+ Online CoursesEmployee Resource GroupsCounseling & Support for Physical, Financial, Emotional & Spiritual Well-beingDisaster Relief ProgramsAbout SogetiPart of the Capgemini Group, Sogeti makes business value through technology for organizations that need to implement innovation at speed and want a local partner with global scale. With a hands-on culture and close proximity to its clients, Sogeti implements solutions that will help organizations work faster, better, and smarter. By combining its agility and speed of implementation through a DevOps approach, Sogeti delivers innovative solutions in quality engineering, cloud and application development, all driven by AI, data and automation.Become Your Best | www.sogeti.usDisclaimerCapgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. 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The disclosed range represents the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting, although we may ultimately pay more or less than the disclosed range, and the range may be modified in the future. The disclosed range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, geographic location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. At Capgemini, it is not typical for an individual to be hired ator near the top of the range for their role. The base salary range for the tagged location is [150K-190K].This role may be eligible for other compensation including variable compensation, bonus, or commission. Full time regular employees are eligible for paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.